You learn something new every day!
What an interesting creature; she must have thought she was disguised by the plant in front of her -- just like her but another color. Maybe she thought it was a mate!

Don't hate opossums, they are awesome for the environment despite how ugly they look, they are for the most part harmless, more bark than bite, even if they try, they are so slow. I think they are just interesting creatures that are very unappreciated. The babies are really cute. I think they get such a bad rap!!!!